Getting around the Cï¿½te d'Azur Getting around the Cï¿½te d'Azur Getting around the Côte d'Azur By bus The bus network is well-developed on the Côte d'Azur, with both inter-urban and inter-village connections. Shuttle services are also available from Nice Côte d'Azur Airport to town centres and also from all bus stations in towns on the Côte d'Azur. Timetables and information on the towns served are available from the bus stations. The Ticket Azur – get around for a single price! With the “Ticket Azur”, travel for the single price of €1.50 (from 3rd May) on all Alpes-Maritimes bus network services.

This “Ticket Azur” allows you to take two transport networks in succession, to complete a journey, including one change between one of the lines on the Departmental Council’s TAM network and a line on one of the following networks: Envibus (Antibes and surrounding area), Communauté de la Riviera Française (Menton and surrounding area), Sillages (Grasse and surrounding area), Bus Varmer (Carros and surrounding area), Ligne d’Azur (Nice and surrounding area), Bus Azur (Cannes and surrounding area). 5 Cheap Flights to Nice, France (NCE) - TripAdvisor Cheap flights from Le Puy-en-Velay to Nice † Prices are based on round trip travel with returns between 1-21 days after departure. These are the best fares found by travelers who searched TripAdvisor and a select group of our fare search partners in the past 72 hours. Ticket prices and seat availability change rapidly and cannot be guaranteed. Arriving On Flights to Nice Nice is a large city located on the French Riviera. To visit the city, tourists can purchase flights to Nice that will take them directly into Nice Airport. Nice Airport is one of France's busiest airports and offers Wi-Fi to visitors.

Nice St. Augustin train station is situated close to the airport and tourists can pick up a TER train to take them to the center. It is also possible for tourists to walk to the town center in about an hour. Getting Around Nice Nice has its own bus network, known as Lignes d'Azur, which consists of more than 100 routes. This network is the main form of urban transport in the region. Tourists may wish to travel on the inter-urban network, known as the TAM (Transport Alpes-Maritimes). This network connects all the Eastern Riviera towns. Its numerous routes radiate from the main bus station in Nice, the Gare Routièrer. The main train service in Nice is the national French railway (SNCF). This network comprises the high-speed TGV and local TER trains. Fitness enthusiasts on Nice flights may wish to rent inline skates from Fun 'N Roll in Nice. Alternatively, they can rent a bike through the Velo Bleu stations found all over the city. Attractions in Nice Those who have purchased airfare to Nice should not miss out on Nice's main tourist attractions.

The Museum of Asian Art is situated in a stunning location near the lake, and the Musée Matisse displays a charming collection of paintings and sculptures in a 17th-century Genoese villa. Parc Phoenix is home to 2,500 different plants and various animals and is a great place for families traveling with children. Nice is home to many wonderful beaches, ideal for soaking up the run, however most of the beaches are stony rather than sandy. Shopping, Dining, and Nightlife in Nice Much of the shopping in Nice is similar to what you might find in your hometown. Popular stores like H&M, Zara, and Spar are dotted around the city. Designer labels are also in high demand in Nice. Galleries Lafayette offers a wide range of designer labels under one roof. Restaurant Le Lodge is the ideal place for tourists to find healthy meals on a budget, while L'Univers is recommended for tourists with money to spend. In the evening, tourists should visit Le Grand Escurial, the largest dance floor on the French Riviera.

Several popular airlines fly into Cote D'Azur Airport, including Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur – Travel guide at Wikivoyage Cities[ edit ] Marseille — with around one million inhabitants, it is the second largest city in France Aix-en-Provence — city of water and art, Paul Cézanne's hometown and a source of inspiration for many of his landscapes Arles — an inspiration for Vincent van Gogh, as well as the site of numerous Roman remains Avignon — known for its Palace of the Popes, where several popes and antipopes lived between the 14th and 15th centuries, and for its famous folk song-spawning bridge.

Briançon — at an altitude of 1,326 metres, this is the highest town in the European Union Cannes — glamorous and expensive seaside town that hosts the annual Film Festival Digne-les-Bains — natural beauty and supposedly curative thermal springs Nice — major beach resort along the French Riviera with its famous Victorian waterfront, the Promenade des Anglais Toulon — medium-sized naval city with an historic centre Other destinations[ edit ] View of Haute Severaisse valley and surrounding summits from the slopes of Les Vernets, Hautes-Alpes Alpilles — a low range of mountains whose pretty villages both inspired and haunted the imagination of Van Gogh Camargue — one of Europe's largest river deltas and wetlands, and one of the few places on the continent where you can see wild flamingos French Alps — snow-capped mountains ideal for thrilling snowsports and après-ski elegance French Riviera — sunny beaches, yachts and the super-wealthy.

Grasse — known as the world's perfume capital, this is a must for any fragrance-lovers Îles d'Hyères — Caribbean-esque islands in the south of the Var Luberon — the stereotypical rural Provence of sleepy villages, joie de vivre and wine (these last two not necessarily being linked) Mercantour National Park — seven uninhabited mountain valleys with hiking trails, this is where the Provence shows its wild side. Lucky travellers may catch glimpses of chamois, ibex, golden eagles and even wolves. Mont Ventoux — the largest mountain in the region has been nicknamed the "Giant of Provence" or "The Bald Mountain" Verdon Gorge — beautiful turquoise-green river canyon, great for kayaking, hiking, rock-climbing or just driving around the limestone cliffs Understand[ edit ] Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild in Cap Ferrat, Alpes-Maritimes Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur covers all the original territory of Provence, together with what used to be the county of Nice.

The low-lying parts of this region are generally dry and warm for most of the year, but the higher parts stretching up into the Alps, though still dry, can be quite cool. This southern-most part of the Alps is the sunniest in the range. Provence is now a part of the official administrative region of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, but the region's identity is associated more closely with its history and culture. Although a bit stereotyped now (those lavender fields all over postcards and guidebooks that you'll have a hard time finding!), contemporary Provençal life is rooted in a long heritage of lively regional culture and language. Provence is a vast and beautiful region, and merits a long trip, not just a few days or a week. To truly appreciate this region, you must be the type of traveller who likes food, wine and local crafts. It is recommended that you plan your own itinerary, and make it flexible enough so you can linger at an outdoor café or appreciate a Roman ruin when the moment takes you. There is a joie de vivre attitude throughout the region that is contagious, especially after a picnic of cheese and sausage bought direct from local farmers and two glasses of a good rosé.

Read[ edit ] Most French cities have their own visitor websites and tourist offices which offer a wealth of information in many languages, allowing anyone interested the means to find what they are looking for. Those interested in literary interpretations of Provençal life should look up the works of Marcel Pagnol and Peter Mayle, the latter only if wealthy British expats are your cup of tea. Specifically, Mayle's "French Lessons: Adventures with Knife, Fork, and Corkscrew" also gives a bunch of practical tips and recommendations for every district of Provence, as well as which areas to visit for their gastronomy. Talk[ edit ] The Vendôme Pavilion in Aix-en-Provence French is of course the official language of this region, but you'll find that many locals have a regional accent. The e at the end of words is often pronounced softly in Provence, whereas in standard French, it is are not pronounced at all. An example: the word "Provence" in standard French ends with an "s" sound, as "proh-VAHNSS", where in Provence itself, it will often be ended with a sound resembling a short English "eh", as "proh-VEN-seh".

Many vowels are changed as well, being pronounced in a manner somewhat closer to the English pronunciation of the written vowels. However, standard French will be understood by the locals. This accent is largely due to the fact that several generations ago a different language - Occitan or la langue d'Oc - was spoken and so most locals only learned French at school. The dialect of Occitan spoken in Avignon was Provençal, and was the subject of strong preservation attempts in the early 1900s on the part of a group of writers and artists known as the Félibrige. The most famous of these was Frédéric Mistral, winner of the Nobel Prize of Literature in 1908. Despite the efforts of the Félibrige, the language has now largely disappeared, though it is still taught in some regional universities and courses run by non-profit groups. In certain areas, road signs are bilingual, with place-names and some local information being printed in both standard French and Occitan. Travellers interested in learning some French or Occitan can check out the French and Provençal phrasebooks.

By plane[ edit ] The two major airports for the region are Marseille-Provence and Nice-Côte d'Azur . Most Transatlantic flights to France land at Paris Charles de Gaulle , from where it is possible to travel to the Provence either by catching a connecting flight, using the high speed TGV train [dead link], or hiring a car and driving . By train[ edit ] Rail connections from Lyon and Paris are excellent. The TGV (high speed train) gets you down to the Mediterranean sun in about three hours from Paris. Typical gateway cities include Aix-en-Provence, Avignon, Marseille and Valence. You can easily use one of these cities as a base for exploring the region. Since May 2015, Eurostar has operated direct services from London St Pancras to Avignon (5h49m) and Marseille (6h27m), via Lyon. In July and August, trains run five times a week from the British capital; from April to June and September to October, the service operates three times a week and from November to March it runs once weekly (on Saturdays).

At other times, travellers coming from the UK may catch the Eurostar to Lille or Paris and make the connection onto the TGV network. By car[ edit ] France has an extensive and comprehensive motorway network; it's well-maintained and often free of congestion. If you're travelling from elsewhere in the country, or from nearby Italy or Spain, driving may be the way to go. However, because of the price of petrol and most of the motorways being toll roads, visitors coming from the UK and northern Europe may think twice before getting behind the wheel. At any rate, with typical (non-stop) driving times from the Eurotunnel terminal and the English Channel ports being around 10 hours, the journey is long but do-able. For loads more information about driving in France, read this handy Wikivoyage guide . Get around[ edit ] Lavender fields outside the Abbaye de Sénanque in Gordes, Vaucluse The best way to explore is by car or bicycle. The network of country roads and highways are easily navigated. With a village every ten minutes by car, and something interesting around every corner, Provence is one of those places where getting lost can work in your favour.

By train[ edit ] The main lines operated by the national company SNCF are: Along the coast between Marseille and the Italian border, with both local and TGV trains (though all the trains runs at normal speed). From Marseille and Aix into the Alps ( Digne-les-Bains , Gap). From Marseille to the western parts ( Nîmes , Avignon ), going to the south-west of France and along the Rhône river. Note that the region is the one that is the most impacted in the country by the strikes which happen every few months. Usually the long-distance TGV trains are not impacted, and the strike only lasts one day, with a few number of trains (packed with commuters). Also, the local trains are prone to delays, so plan some margin if you have to change for a TGV or a flight. There is also a small line from Nice to Digne-les-Bains operated by the region. A full map [dead link] of services in the region can be downloaded from the SNCF website. Nice Don't miss out on the marchés hebdomadaires (or weekly markets), laden with an enormous array of produce.

Expect to see everything from wonderfully local breads to meats and cheeses, fresh seafood as well as herbs, citrus fruits, olives and figs, not to mention artisan crafts and the ubiquitous lavender. As in much of France, locals are fiercely proud of their region's produce, and with such a diverse repertoire, you can hardly blame themǃ What's the most Provençal sport you can think of? Go to any town square or public park in the region and chances are you'll see groups of older men playing Pétanque. The aim of this southern French variation of Boules is to roll one's own metal balls as close to the cochonnet (a little wooden ball known in English as a "Jack", although cochonnet actually means "piglet"!) as possible, knocking out other players' ball in the process; the player whose ball is closest to the cochonnet at the end wins the game. Visitors wishing to try it out can usually find a cheap set on sale in supermarkets and larger towns even have their own pétanque courts. More adventurous travellers may even volunteer to join a locals' game.

If you are friendly and polite, the other players will most likely jump at the chance to share their sport with a foreigner and this can be a great way to try out your French on the locals. But be warnedː despite the game's relaxed reputation, competition can get quite fierce among more seasoned playersǃ Menton Centuries of intense study of the culinary arts has produced a country where the food is almost invariably excellent. It is difficult to have a bad meal because French standards are so high. Nonetheless, in tourist traps there are places where standards slip, but to avoid this the classic tip is to choose restaurants that are busy with locals. Each village in the region has a market day. You can buy local fare such as breads, cheeses, sausage, olives and preserves straight from the farmers and take them (the food that is, not the farmersǃ) for a picnic while exploring the countryside. If you are going out for a sit-down meal, there are three main types of dining experiences to choose from. Restaurants are more formal in France, serving full dinner menus and at a pace that is slower than in, say, North America. You are expected to enjoy the food and it should be the main reason for going out.

It is considered inappropriate to request that a dish be prepared in a different way than is stated on the menu. Restaurants usually have a selection of set menus, each with a different price range. You can also choose from a list of à la carte items. A bistrot is more casual and has more individual items, while a café is more casual still, serving press coffee, drinks, sandwiches (such as the ubiquitous croque monsieur) or pizzas. Provence has a unique cuisine that reflects its Mediterranean history and frequent exchange of cultures. This is an olive-growing region, and there are many varieties, ranging from the tiny peanut size Niçois olives to the large Bouteillan or Aups olives. Other than oil, olives are also enjoyed as spreads either alone (Olivade) or mixed with capers (Tapenade). Many producers offer guided visits of their groves; these can be smallholding-sized plots but some are set in the grounds of real châteaux. While many products are found all over the region, some are best sampled in certain areas. Let it be known that despite the region's bounty of native fare, the Provence has a highly popular pizzeria culture.

OK, now that that announcement is out of the way, let's move on to some real Provençal cuisineǃ On the coast, most of the cooking is fish-based, with sardines and anchovies being the most popular. For English speakers, the region's two best-known plats are of course bouillabaisse, a fish stew rich in herbs and spices, and the famous salade niçoise, a tunafish salad made with eggs, anchovies, tomatoes, green beans and black olives. While sampling both of these is a must, other lesser-known but equally tasty dishes include anchoiade, which is an anchovy-based apéritif spread, garlicky aioli and a Marseille specialityː grilled sardines. Another wonderful Provençal speciality is the savoury soupe de poissons, which is made with a base of tomatoes, onion, garlic and herbs and often served with croutons, grated gruyère cheese and a very spicy aioli. In the hills, easily the most famous and best-loved dish is ratatouille, which in real life is even better than a certain Pixar film shows it to be.

Though it be but a simple vegetable stew, and a peasant dish to boot, ratatouille is a very special mix of fresh courgette (USː zucchini fruit), mushrooms, aubergine (USː eggplant), bell peppers, tomatoes and onion as well as garlic and Provençal herbs. In season, one can also enjoy stuffed vegetables (farcis) that are typical of rustic cooking. If the thought of all those vegetables is making you queasy, here's one for the carnivores. Daube is a scrumptious beef stew that is often mixed with olives. For dessert, the tropézienne cake is not to be missed. This fluffy sponge-cake will cool you down nicely in the summer inferno. At the other end of the year, you may experience a unique Christmas ritual that will have pudding lovers salivatingː at the end of the Christmas meal, no fewer than thirteen desserts are servedǃ Which particular thirteen is a hotly-debated question (debate being one of the Provençal people's favourite activities).

Despite the disagreement, an official list has been drawn up which encompasses: pompe à huile, the so-called "four beggars" (nuts, dried figs, almonds and raisins), dates, apples, pears, water melon, grapes, both black and white nougat and sorbet. Drink[ edit ] Old port of Marseille Most of the wine in this region is of very high quality and must be tastedǃ If this seems like a ludicrous and impractical task for the average holidaymaker, then why not try the locals' favouriteː a good rosé. Totally unlike the sweet, cheap crap many of us remember from the 1970s, traditional Provençal rosé is dry, light and acts as a perfect accompaniment to an afternoon picnic of bread and cheese. Viticulture aside, the drink most endeared to the Provençal psyche is pastis, an apéritif liqueur made from anise. The many brands may be indistinguishable to outsiders but each one has a devoted local following, similar to sports teams and their fans.

With an average alcohol content of 40-45%, this is strong stuff and will likely lead to some memorable nights (or not, depending on how much you indulge inǃ) Fancy yourself a super spy at heart? Sampling a Martini ("shaken, not stirred" or however you like) while on a night out in the Riviera is a must. If alcohol isn't your thing, or if you just fancy a break from all that pastis, the region's excellent range of fruit trees yield a healthy fruit juice crop, and French coffee culture is ubiquitous. Port of Saint-Tropez In an emergency, dial 112. If you decide that the Provence is your place to stay, you might as well stay safe. The last 10 years have seen a sharp rise in the crime rate on Côte d'Azur, with many houses burgled. Help and information for victims of burglary and those who want to check or improve the security of their property is best done with the assistance of the local police chief. If you decide to make the Provence your base and you are looking to buy a property, you should be just as cautious as in anywhere else. Don't just buy your property without doing the necessary research.

Make sure you buy your property through a listed agent who is in possession of a "permit". Go next[ edit ] Monaco is a sovereign country completely surrounded by the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur. It can easily be visited as a day trip. Catch a ferry from Nice, Toulon or Marseille to Corsica , known in French as "L'île de Beauté" (the "Island of Beauty"). Go north to Rhône-Alpes , and explore landscapes as diverse as the upper Rhone valley and the high French Alps. Go west to Languedoc-Roussillon , a region which curves along the coast until it collides with the Pyrenees and Spanish Catalonia . Go east into Italy , where the wealthy regions of Liguria and Piedmont await you. This region travel guide to Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur is a usable article. It gives a good overview of the region, its sights, and how to get in, as well as links to the main destinations, whose articles are similarly well developed. An adventurous person could use this article, but please feel free to improve it by editing the page .

Flights to Nice: Cheap Tickets & Airfare Deals to NCE : Delta Air Lines Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE) There's a good reason Nice's airport is the second busiest in France. It’s the gateway to the Riviera, which the French call the Côte d'Azur or the deep blue coast. In the mid-19th century, the Riviera became a favorite getaway for royalty with the advent of the railroad. Luminaries from Queen Victoria to Léopold II vacationed on its shores - and the wealthy and famous soon followed suit. It was on the Riviera that F. Scott Fitzgerald wrote The Great Gatsby and where Pablo Picasso spent the last three decades of his life. The sun-drenched landscape is pure inspiration. Nizza or Nice-C'est Bon Before it was known as Nice, the city was Nizza, an Italian territory until as late as 1860. Today, it’s the second largest French city on the Mediterranean and one of the Riviera's most recognizable spots. When you arrive, a good place to get your bearings is the Colline du Chateau (Castle Hill), which offers panoramic views of the breathtaking city.

Take a walk in Vieille Ville (Old Town), and enjoy the chic boutiques and fine restaurants that live up to their lavish backdrop. If you're an art lover, visit the Musée Matisse that houses one of largest collections of Henri Matisse's works. Day trips are easy to take. Nice shares the Riviera with a host of dazzling neighbors including Cannes, Saint-Tropez and Monaco - all easily accessible by train. Book a Trip Getting around the French Riviera Accueil > Practical information > Getting around the French Riviera By bus The bus network is well-developed on the Côte d'Azur, with both inter-urban and inter-village connections. Shuttle services are also available from Nice Côte d'Azur Airport to town centres and also from all bus stations in towns on the Côte d'Azur. Timetables and information on the towns served are available from the bus stations. The Ticket Azur – get around for a single price! With the “Ticket Azur”, travel for the single price of €1.50 (from 3rd May) on all Alpes-Maritimes bus network services.

This “Ticket Azur” allows you to take two transport networks in succession, to complete a journey, including one change between one of the lines on the Departmental Council’s TAM network and a line on one of the following networks: Envibus (Antibes and surrounding area), Communauté de la Riviera Française (Menton and surrounding area), Sillages (Grasse and surrounding area), Bus Varmer (Carros and surrounding area), Ligne d’Azur (Nice and surrounding area), Bus Azur (Cannes and surrounding area). By car You usually have to pay for parking from Monday to Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon and from 2 to 6 p.m. Many car-parks and parking meters are at your disposal, giving you time to devote to leisurely strolls. In the summer season, traffic conditions may prove to be difficult along the coast. By taxi Taxi ranks in towns are indicated by a blue panel. To reserve a taxi, central booking services are at your disposal in the Riviera's main towns. Allo Taxi Riviera Nice - Tel. 33 (0)4 93 13 78 78 Further information from the Tourist Offices.

By tram A single ticket to get around the city of Nice by tram and by bus. Tickets on sale at “Ligne d’Azur” agencies in Nice (3, Place Masséna and 29, Avenue Malausséna) as well as in some newsagents and tobacconists displaying the “Ligne d’Azur” logo. Warning: no tickets are sold on board the trams but ticket dispensers are available on the platforms (take change). Price: €1. Tramway Nice In Nice: by “self service” bike A new way of getting around, roaming as you wish and discovering all the riches and beauties of this French Riviera city using these “self-service” bikes. These blue self service bikes at 90 stations spread throughout the city (mainly in the city centre during July) will be available 24 hours a day for €1 per day or a weekly price of €5 allowing you to get around the city as you wish… By train Along the coast The TER (Regional Express Trains) provide rapide connections between the main towns on the Côte d'Azur from Cannes to Vintimiglia.

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The apartment is 900 metres from Pont d'Avignon. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. The kitchen has a... Prices : from 60.00 € to 160.00 € Contact : 19 Rue De La Masse 84000 Avignon Map of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Nice: Arriving & Departing - TripAdvisor Nice: Arriving & Departing Review a place you’ve visited JOIN We'll send you updates with the latest deals, reviews and articles for Nice each week. Nice Traveler Article: Comments (4) Most travelers' first point of arrival and departure from the French Riviera is the Nice Cote d'Azur International Airport ( NCE ) . The NCE airport services the eastern part of Provence , and whether your onward mode of travel is by car, bus or train, understanding the airport is the key. TRANSPORTATION LINKS: For general information regarding transport to and from the Nice airport, look at this airport link: Rapid (“Express”) coach services connect each terminal of the airport with the most traveled to nearby towns. Fares and schedules can be viewed on the airport website and on the following links.

For those route numbers, see the discussions below: For both train and bus tickets, there are ticket offices in both terminals, and if traveling by train, this may be the best place to purchase a ticket. "Chip and PIN" cards are needed for automated machines, and for travelers who don’t have these and need a manned counter for a credit card purchase, the train station counter may not be open. Coins are usually needed for automated machines, and it’s not common to have these in the amounts needed for train tickets. However, be mindful that there may be lines at the airport counters. To learn more, here is a link to the NCE airport website: AIRPORT SHUTTLE: There are two terminals, imaginatively called T1 and T2. A free continuous shuttle bus connects T1 and T2, so if you find yourself in T1 and you need T2, a five minute ride is at hand. The terminal bus also stops close to Nice St. Augustin train station, and this is the train station nearest to the airport. As the bus may not always stop at this point, let the driver know that you want to go to the Arenas stop for St. Augustin.

BUS: There are bus stations in both airports, and how to get to them is clearly marked. Following is a discussion regarding the most oft mentioned bus routes to popular Cote d’Azur locations: There are several ways to travel between the airport and the centre of Nice and other towns by bus, and those options include: 1) The Nice airport express bus, that runs about two routes an hour each, between 05:56 and 23:43. The 99 travels to the central railway station in Nice, Gare Nice Ville, and the 98 runs along the sea front past the big hotels with final destination via the Port to Nice Riquier (Place Blanqui) 2) For final destination towns to the east of Nice, you have to get to the centre of Nice first, then change to Lignes d'Azur route 100 which runs between the centre of Nice and Menton, about every fifteen minutes, taking in Villefranche, Cap Ferrat, Beaulieu , Monaco and Menton.

(The train is another option to these latter destinations) For towns to the west of the airport, the local stopping service 200 bus travels between Nice and Cannes, taking in St Laurent de Var, Antibes, Juan les Pins and finally Cannes centre. To Cannes, journey time is typically two hours,.however it is the least expensive option (the fare is a standard flat rate, currently 1.50 Euro), and this bus will make stops in some of the smaller towns that the 210 Express coach does not. To get to the 200 bus stop, walk to the "Promenade Aeroport" shelter across the road from Terminal 1. Do not attempt to cross this very busy road! From the terminal, follow the reddish colored pedestrian path and go through an underpass. The 200 are usually three or four an hour, but are often already full leaving Nice and it's not unknown to have to stand much of the route. Unless you are on a very tight budget and have time to spare, the Cannes Express bus is the better option 3) Until 9:00pm, Terminal 1 is served by the local bus 23.

Again, this bus does not have special luggage storage, but its low flat fare to Nice centre is often favored by locals. This bus also stops near the St. Augustin train station at the "Gare SNCF Saint-Augustin" shelter (see “Trains” below), but for destinations in Nice, it's best to stay on this bus. 4) Also from Terminal 1, take a short walk up to the Promenade des Anglais to the stop for Lignes d'Azur local buses 52 and 59. These buses travel between St Laurent de Var and Nice, and will stop to pick you up (other routes won't). The timetable and route for these two buses can be viewed on the Lignes d'Azur link. 5) For late night arrivals or early morning departures when these buses aren't operating, look at the night bus link provided above. 6) "Express" coaches via the motorways to the most popular destinations outside of Nice are a good alternative to the more expensive taxi fares. For a comparison, go to the NCE airport link and select "Taxis," for fare estimates, but there is a fixed tariff.

Express buses have luggage compartments below the cabin, so unlike local buses, managing baggage is easy. Heading west, take the the 210 bus to Cannes and the 250 to Antibes and Juan les Pins. The 110 travels east towards Monte Carlo and Menton. For these routes, the stops can be viewed on the CG06 link. The 500 bus travels from Terminal 1 to Grasse and takes about 1 1/2 hours. It makes multiple and will work for destinations along its route. For those destinations, use the bus links above. The 500 bus fare is the region's low flat rate, but there may be extra charges for large luggage. Travel by train to Grasse is a bit shorter, but factor in the time it will take to get to the St. Augustin station. Both options will work. TRAIN: You can leave or arrive at the airport via the SNCF Nice St Augustin station, the closest train station to the airport. Before choosing this option, know that the station is not in the airport, and getting to the station can be tricky with a lot of luggage or small children.

It is possible to walk to the station, but both the free airport shuttle and bus 23 will get you within a closer proximity. However, there will still be a walk from these stops to the station, and if heading east towards Antibes/Juan les Pins and Cannes, there will be steps to getting onto that platform. To compare the shuttle and the 23 bus: The airport shuttle has a low entrance that is easy for handling luggage, but its "Arenas" stop will mean the longest walk to the train station. Bus 23 is a local bus, meaning there aren't special accommodations for luggage and it could to be crowded, but its "Gare SNCF Saint-Augustin" stop is the closest to the station. In relation to Terminal 1, the station is sited on the other side of the big Arenas office complex. As landmarks, the Hotel School is part of this complex and further down in the direction of the train station, there is a cinema. For more information, read "TER Nice St. Augustin Station" on this airport link and download the attachment: The TER is the train line that travels along the coast, and to view the schedule, use the link below.

These trains are frequent and don't require reservations, and the link is provided for information purposes only. To get to the PDF, follow the directions below the link: 1) Select the “04 Mandelieu – Cannes – Nice – Ventimiglia” route from the “line” list and “Validate.” 2) Under “search results,” select the same route and you will get to the PDF. For the route in the other direction, scroll through the pages. TAXI: There are taxi ranks at both terminals, and while train and bus fares will beat those of taking a taxi, taxis mean "door to door" service and are favored by many. The estimated fares can be viewed on the NCE airport link, but as is common in every destination, these are estimates and there may be some variance. Remember that the number in a party can make a taxi fare more attractive and sharing a taxi can be more cost effective than several individual fares on public transport. Note that taxis are “cash only,” and there are ATM’s inside the terminals.

PRIVATE CHAUFFEUR SERVICE: One of the easiest ways of getting to and from Nice Airport is to use a Private Transfer company, the service is cheaper than taxis and means no queuing at the taxi rank, you simply book your transfer online and your own driver will be waiting for you at arrivals with a sign with your name on and its a door to door service. Many people use DST - Driver Secure Transfer, which is a Viator listed company and Viator belongs to TripAdvisor , their drivers speak fluent english, they provide free wifi and they have a credit card machine inside their vehicles. Other good private transfer companies include AC Transfer and Elite Travel. Driver Secure Transfer TRANSFER SERVICE AND HELICOPTERS: Many people like the convenience of a transfer service, and there are several that can be booked online or at the airport.The transfer service are calling VTC (voiture de turisme avec chauffeur) and have a verry competitiv price. Also , you can use the UBER services for private car transfer services. For another, more lavish experience, helicopter service is available to Monaco , Cannes and St. Tropez. To find more information on all of these services, look at the NCE airport link or do an internet search.

FINDING YOUR HOTEL: Most hotel websites provide this information or do a Google “Walking Maps” search from a point of arrival to your hotel’s address. “Gare (and the name of the town)” works for train arrivals and most hotels will provide information on the nearest bus stops. LATE ARRIVAL OR EARLY MORNING DEPARTURE: If an arrival is close to or after midnight or you have an early morning departure and the night bus doesn't work for you, a taxi may be your best option….but be prepared for the expense and make sure you have cash for the fare.There are also several off-airport hotels within a short walk, an option some travellers prefer when catching a very early flight. PEAK TRAFFIC TIMES: If heading to the airport during rush hour, be mindful of the Nice rush hour and that the normal twenty minute journey can turn into something much longer. It's best to leave a little slack in your timetable. Heading home to the airport from the Cannes direction, during the Summer months there is often one long traffic jam inching along the main coastal route between Antibes and St Laurent, and buses get no special dispensation. Train to St Augustin is the only reliable way to cut through.

AIRPORT SERVICES: When killing time at the airport, know that there are very few services once you have passed through passport control. There are several dining counters, including one on the departure side of passport control, but these are basically for quick meals and snacks. On the security side of the airport and before immigration, there are several "duty free" shops, and as it is in most airports, these prices usually work best for international travelers. For more information, view “Shops and Services” on the NCE airport website. Share your knowledge Provence & the Côte d'Azur - Lonely Planet Provence & the Côte d'Azur Adventures Why I Love “For me, the pleasure of Provence is its diversity. In just a single day you can have a whole holiday's worth of experiences: breakfast on the beach, a morning exploring Nice's old town, lunch at a country auberge, an afternoon touring the hills, a vineyard visit, an early-evening shot of pastis, a game of pétanque and then an unforgettable sunset over the foothills of the Alps. It was the first place in France I ever...” Read More

Question: Which French town is served by the Cote D'Azure Airport
Answer: Nice